It's worth noting here that initial reports indicated the Seahawks hoped Harvin wouldn't even need surgery, and that their doctors recommended rest and rehabilitation first. The fact that Harvin announced his surgery on Twitter and not through the team is another sign of disconnect between the organization and its prized offseason acquisition. Setting expectations for his return just sets up a chance to fall short of expectations.

Harvin very well might be back by Thanksgiving or before. But that's a long time from now, with a ton of variables that can change his timeline. Hip surgeries are not simple matters. Percy Harvin stories rarely are.